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Flamengo restructures its basketball squad with reinforcements and renewals for the World Cup
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EITA! FLAMENGO STAR ASKS TO LEAVE AFTER JUST ONE SEASON IN THE TEAM: "WE WERE SUFFERING"
Athlete decided to return to his homeland after his family was unable to adapt to Brazil completely
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Last Saturday (24), a Flamengo player announced his departure from the basketball team, after defending the Sacred Mantle for just one season. Marko Filipovity's statement left many surprised and sad. This is because the star explained to Nação Rubro-Negra that he and his family never adapted 100% to Brazil.
Filipovity announced that He was no longer part of the basketball team, where he stayed for just 1 season, taking everyone by surprise. The boy is from Hungary and during an interview he commented that he was very well received in Rio de Janeiro and also at the Rio club, including his family, born in the country.
“My family and I arrived at Flamengo very excited in September, with big plans. We received a lot of support from Rio and Flamengo. Our daughter was born here, which is a blessing”, said Marko Filipovity in a farewell text
Finally, the winger wished Flamengo all the luck in the world and revealed his support for them as the season continues: “ I wish the best for the team and for the fans, who treated us so well. I believe Flamengo will still be very successful this year.”
Marko Filipovity arrived in Brazil in September 2023 and played in 32 matches, averaging 11 points and 4 rebounds in the NBB, in addition to winning the Super 8 and Campeonato Carioca titles. Now, he leaves for Kaposvar, in his homeland, where he will be, with a signed contract, until the middle of 2025.
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With Flabasquete players, check out the full list of players called up for the Brazilian national team
With the Flamengo basketball team standing out, the Brazilian Basketball Confederation calls on athletes for friendlies in China ahead of the 2028 Games.
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The Brazilian Basketball Confederation (CBB) announced this week the names of the athletes selected to represent Brazil in the Solidarity Cup, a friendly tournament that will take place in China between July 24th and 31st. Among the 12 players selected are two players linked to Flamengo: power forward Kayo Gonçalves and the recently signed Daniel Onwenu.
The competition, with five scheduled matches, will serve as a platform for developing new talent and will be used as a preparatory stage for the Olympic cycle leading up to Los Angeles 2028. The team will be led by Rodrigo Carlos da Silva, while the national team's head coach, Aleksandar Petrovic, will be out of this role.
FLAMENGO PLAYERS
At 26, Kayo Gonçalves returned to Flamengo last season after a stint in the club's youth academy. Last year, he averaged 6.9 points and 4.1 rebounds, contributing significantly to the BCLA (Basketball Champions League Americas) and Copa Super 8 titles.
Daniel Onwenu, 25 , is one of FlaBasquete 's newest prospects. Recently signed, the winger has played for Paulistano, Corinthians, and the G-League, the NBA's development league. His physical and technical qualities promise to further enhance the Rio de Janeiro team's offensive rotation.
CALLING BRINGS YOUNG AND VARIED NAMES
Elinho Corazza – point guard
Caio Pacheco – point guard
Pedro Figueiredo – shipowner
João Gluck – wing/point guard
Daniel Onwenu – forward/point guard
Pedro Pastre – wing/point guard
Victão – wing
Daniel Von Haydin – wing
Gabriel Jaú – wing/center
Rafael Paulichi – power forward/center
Kayo Gonçalves – power forward/center
Bernardo da Silva – pivot
The Brazilian national team's official calendar includes the following matches:
July 26 – Brazil vs. New Zealand – 6:30 am
July 27 – Brazil vs Montenegro – 8:45 am
July 28 – Brazil vs. Guangdong – 8:45 am
July 30 – Brazil vs. New Zealand – 6:30 am
07/31 – Opponent to be defined
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FlaBasquete will have two athletes called up to defend the Brazilian national team
Kayo Gonçalves and Daniel Onwenu will represent Mais Querido in an international friendly tournament focusing on the Olympic cycle until 2028
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The Brazilian Basketball Confederation (CBB) announced this week the list of athletes called up to compete in the Solidarity Cup, an international friendly tournament that will take place in China between July 24 and 31. Two Flamengo players, power forward Kayo Gonçalves and the recently signed Daniel Onwenu , are among those chosen to wear the Brazilian National Team jersey.
With five matches scheduled, the competition will serve as a platform for young talent and will provide training for athletes who could join the national squad in the cycle leading up to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Head coach Aleksandar Petrovic will not lead the team at this stage ; that role will be taken over by Rodrigo Carlos da Silva.
FLABASQUETE FEATURED
At 26, Kayo Gonçalves is a product of Flamengo's youth academy and returned to the club last season. Averaging 6.9 points and 4.1 rebounds, he played a key role in the BCLA and Copa Super 8 victories, earning a contract extension through the 2025/26 season.
Daniel Onwenu, 25, was recently announced as a new addition to the team. Having played for Paulistano, Corinthians, and the G-League—the NBA's development league—the winger brings physical and technical characteristics to Mengão that will bolster the team's offensive rotation for upcoming challenges.
NATIONAL TEAM USES TOURNAMENT IN CHINA
According to the CBB , the Solidarity Cup aims to expand the range of options for the Olympic cycle. The competition will feature opponents such as New Zealand, Montenegro, and the Chinese team Guangdong. The fifth opponent is yet to be announced.
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Flabasquete doesn't stop! Another reinforcement arriving on the red-and-black team
The American arrives at the Pride of the Nation after a great season in Japan and strengthens the squad for the challenges of 2025/2026, which are not few.
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Flamengo announces the signing of experienced American power forward Markeith Cummings, 36, for the 2025/26 FlaBasquete season. After a stint in the Japanese B.League, the player arrives with a strong international resume and extensive experience.
WHO IS IT?
Born in Alabama (USA) and a former Kennesaw State player, Cummings has played in several countries and leagues, including the United States, France, Japan and Angola, where he was champion of the Basketball Africa League in 2024 with Petro de Luanda.
Last season, he played for the Japanese team Shiga Lakestars , where he averaged 15.3 points, 5.1 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game in 51 matches, being one of the top players in the league.
Recognized for his offensive versatility, creative ability and efficiency — with a 54.1% field goal percentage last season — Cummings arrives at Orgulho da Nação to reinforce the red-black team with his technical arsenal and international experience.
The power forward commented on his arrival at Flamengo and what he expects from the new season. "My expectations are to arrive, be the professional I've always been, and do everything the team needs from me. I want to help maintain the club's tradition of achievements. I'm very excited; I've heard nothing but good things about the organization, and it's a pleasure to be a part of it," Cummings said.
A MAJOR CAST IS FORMING
Markeith Cummings joins Alexey Borges, Franco Baralle, Daniel Onwenu, Shaq Johnson, Gui Deodato, Jhonatan Luz, Kayo Gonçalves, Ruan Miranda and Wesley Castro as the names confirmed for the next season of red-black basketball.
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